Coordinator (Community Development and Partnerships) Community Development (Community Services & Development)
Government - Local (Government & Defence)
Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state's fastest growing city and oldest provincial city.
Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
'Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.' We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.
About the role As the Coordinator (Community Development and Partnerships) you will have the opportunity to focus on strengthening community resilience and building on existing community strengths and partnerships to help shape the future of Ipswich. You will also lead and manage the Community Development team and deliver upon the Community Development Strategy 2021 - 2026 .
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
Champion customer service and development practices to improve service delivery for community needsLead and manage projects aligning with the vision of a 'Safe, Inclusive and Creative City'Foster strategic partnerships to address the needs and aspirations of the Ipswich communityCollaborate on innovative solutions for social issues affecting diverse groups and priority populationsManage the preparation of business cases, project planning, and funding to implement key strategies and programsAdvise Council, committees, and management on community development mattersOversee the development, budgeting, and reporting of Community Development programsTo be successful in this role you will have:
A degree in Community Services, Business, or 5 years' experience in a similar roleExcellent communication skills to builds strong collaborative relationships with stakeholdersA current Queensland C Class driver's licenceWorking with Children Check - Issue of Blue Card and Positive Notice Letter (issued by the Queensland Government) or Exemption CardAn excellent fit with our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadershipAbout the benefits This is a permanent Level 7 position with a salary commencing at $110,575 plus superannuation of up to 12.5%.
Become a key member of a team that is passionate and dedicated to building a positive, inclusive, and constructive workplace cultureSupportive culture that promotes a healthy work/life balanceOngoing learning, development and career opportunitiesEmployee health and wellbeing programsFour (4) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading, cultural leave and other leave optionsA variety of salary packaging options that includes, financial advice, income protection insurance, professional membership, novated leases and moreIf you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
Please submit:
A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this roleA resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you holdSuccessful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks if required for the position (which may include police record checks).
Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.
The council is engaged as a city council of Ipswich. It has its registered office based in Ipswich, Australia.The council is the legislative body that governs the Ipswich City. It responsible for providing information for the Ipswich city, such as council services and information, news and events, business and visitor information and community events. It governs the outer western portion of the Brisbane Metropolitan Area, Queensland. It is also responsible for providing a large range of facilities and recreation infrastructure to the community.
The council is engaged as a city council of Ipswich. It has its registered office based in Ipswich, Australia.The council is the legislative body that governs the Ipswich City. It responsible for providing information for the Ipswich city, such as council services and information, news and events, business and visitor information and community events. It governs the outer western portion of the Brisbane Metropolitan Area, Queensland. It is also responsible for providing a large range of facilities and recreation infrastructure to the community.
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